Pandalab Green Oil-Based Food Coloring 80ml — For Chocolate & Buttercream, Concentrated Vibrant Dye

Pandalab Green oil-based food coloring is a concentrated edible dye formulated to color chocolate, candy melts, butter-based frostings and other fat-soluble confections without seizing or thinning.

This 80 milliliter (2.7 fl. oz) bottle delivers a vibrant green pigment made for professional bakers and home decorators who need reliable color in oil- and fat-based recipes. Unlike water-based food colors, this oil-based formula blends into chocolate, ganache, candy melts, and buttercreams without altering texture or causing separation. It’s designed to withstand heating and freezing, and the creamy consistency helps you achieve consistent color with small, controllable additions.

How do I use this oil-based dye with chocolate and candy melts?

Use small amounts of the oil-based color while tempering or melting chocolate to reach your desired shade. Add a drop at a time, stir thoroughly, and allow the mixture to fully incorporate before adding more to avoid over-saturating. Because it’s oil-based, it disperses in fat matrices rather than in water-based batters.

• Add during or after melting, not into dry chocolate chips.
• Stir slowly to maintain temper and gloss.
• Start with 1–2 drops per 100 g of white chocolate, increase as needed.
• Shake bottle well before use for even pigment distribution.

Will this change the taste or texture of my baked goods?

Pandalab’s oil-based dye is formulated to be flavor-neutral and non-thickening when used in recommended amounts. It’s free from common food allergens like gluten, nuts, dairy and eggs, though it does contain soy—check labels if soy is a concern. The concentrated nature means you use very little, so texture and consistency of buttercream, ganache or fondant remain intact.

• Minimal impact on flavor when used sparingly.
• No added sugars or thickeners to alter mouthfeel.
• Contains soy—avoid for soy-sensitive consumers.
• Works well in vegan and non-GMO recipes.

Which applications are best suited for this green oil dye?

This color is ideal for any fat-based confection: chocolate decorations, candy melts, buttercream, ganache, fondant accents, and coatings. It’s not intended for water-based applications such as clear beverages or thin icings that rely on aqueous dyes. Sensory crafts and oil-based modeling clays (edible-safe) are other creative uses.

• Chocolate, white chocolate, and compound melts.
• Buttercream, ganache, and cream cheese frostings (use sparingly).
• Fondant, modeling chocolate, and candy coatings.
• Not recommended for water-based or drinkable applications.

How should I store and handle the bottle for best results?

Keep the bottle capped and stored at room temperature away from direct heat or sunlight to preserve pigment integrity. Shake well before each use to re-suspend any settled pigment. If the nozzle clogs, wipe and warm the tip slightly; avoid contaminating the bottle with wet utensils.

• Store upright in a cool, dry place away from light.
• Shake vigorously before dispensing color.
• Clean the nozzle after use to prevent clogging.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze for long-term storage.

Who is this for: Pandalab Green oil-based food coloring is made for pastry chefs, chocolatiers, cake decorators, and home bakers who need a dependable green pigment for fat-based recipes. It’s particularly useful when working with chocolate, candy melts, and butter-rich frostings where water-based dyes will fail. If you require allergen-free alternatives, take note it contains soy; otherwise it’s a versatile choice for vibrant, stable color in professional and hobbyist baking projects.

Ingredients

Soybean Oil 78.7%, Glycerin 50%, Blue 1(4-20%), Yellow 5(1-20%), Red 40(4-20%), Yellow 6(1-10%), Sorbitol 20%, Titanium Dioxide 15%, Maltose Syrup 5%, Propylene glycol 5%, CAFAG 0.2%, Phospholipid 0.1%, CMC-Na 0.1%, Potassium sorbate 0.04%.